A combined 3D printed metal and resin digital denture: 5-year follow-up data and a creative design concept

Many denture frameworks are currently manufactured using metal 3-dimensional (3D) printing technology. However, this advanced technology is still limited to conventional denture designs. A metal 3D printing-based denture design concept was developed and is presented based on a nonwear occlusal surface, a nonfracture denture base, and a novel connection between metal and resin.